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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Stark County record-source URLs verified against the official local and North Dakota state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Stark County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Stark County, North Dakota — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
33,767
Population
Census estimate
13,200
Households
Census estimate
$78,734
Median income
Annual household
$255,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Dickinson
County seat
In North Dakota
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
2 sources
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Stark County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Stark County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Stark County ND Court Records |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Stark County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Stark County state portal below |
| Property records | Property Records - Stark County, ND Community Hub |
| Vital records | Vital Records: Birth, Death, Marriage, and Divorce - State A… |
| Voter records | - Elections and Voting - Stark County, ND Elections and Voting - Stark County, ND Website |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Stark County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | - Property Records - Stark County, ND Stark | ND Recorders Information Network |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Stark County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Stark County Records
2026
Stark County court records portal verified
State court system links for Stark County verified against the North Dakota judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Stark County property records online
Stark County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside North Dakota, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Stark County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Stark County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Stark County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the North Dakota statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the North Dakota state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Stark County Records
❌ Myth: "Stark County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Stark County are held by the North Dakota state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Stark County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Stark County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official North Dakota state repository has verified, current Stark County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Stark County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Stark County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.ndcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- www.starkcountynd.gov — Property records — official source
- www.history.nd.gov — Vital records — official source
- starkcountynd.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Stark County & North Dakota Records
For records not specific to Stark County, use North Dakota's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 North Dakota statewide record systems:
- North Dakota Court Records →
- North Dakota Criminal Records →
- North Dakota Property Records →
- North Dakota Vital Records →
- North Dakota Voter Records →
- North Dakota Wants & Warrants →
- North Dakota Licenses →
- North Dakota Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
North Dakota statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Stark County, North Dakota
Stark County is located in North Dakota.
- Population: 33,767
- Households: 13,200
- Median household income: $78,734
- Median home value: $255,200
- Below poverty line: 10.1%
- Land area: 1,334.9 sq mi
- Population density: 25.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 18
- Property Records - Stark County, ND
Official Free
In Office Eagle Recorder System (03/22/1999 - current) Image Express (Patent - 03/22/1999) Section-Township-Range Indexes Subdivision Plats and Index Books Grantor and Grantee Books Deed Index Cards Other in-office only resources Online North Dakota Recorders Information Network (NDRIN) All Stark County documents from 03/22/1999 forward are available on NDRIN.
Stark County
Official Free
Stark County Southwest Judicial District County Seat: Dickinson, ND 58601 Map: To Stark County Courthouse Fax: 701-227-3185 Clerk of District Court - Linda Splichal Recorder - Kim Kasian Sheriff - Terry Oestreich State's Attorney - Tom M.
ND Court Records
Official Free
Notice: The Payment Processing feature ("Make Payment" button) will now reroute you to a new payment portal. If you are making a payment you may click here to get to the new portal - https://www.ndcourts.gov/public-access. You will be asked to select the county where your case was filed.
- Elections and Voting - Stark County, ND
Official Free
County Election Officials North Dakota Voting Information
North Dakota Voter Information
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
- Property Records - Stark County, ND
Official Free
In Office Eagle Recorder System (03/22/1999 - current) Image Express (Patent - 03/22/1999) Section-Township-Range Indexes Subdivision Plats and Index Books Grantor and Grantee Books Deed Index Cards Other in-office only resources Online North Dakota Recorders Information Network (NDRIN) All Stark County documents from 03/22/1999 forward are available on NDRIN.
Stark | ND Recorders Information Network
Official Free
Not a Member? join today · North Dakota Recorders Information Network (NDRIN) is not liable for any legal opinions or assumptions made based on viewed images and/or data contained herein
Divide County Recorder Information
Official Free
2007 documents but it is still a work in progress. Corner Records – All Corner Records are now on NDRIN and can be searched by legal · description · City Subdivision Searching – when searching for a city subdivision type it in as · follows: City – subdivision name · Example: Crosby– Original · Mineral Research Information · Many people contact the County Recorder’s office inquiring about suspected · mineral ownership in North Dakota.
Stark County
Official Free
Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
2025 Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas & Minutes - Stark County, ND
Official Free
March 27, 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda and Applications · Official Meeting Minutes March 27, 2025 · Jan · 2 · 2025 · Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM · January 2, 2025 Stark County Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda and Application ·
Search | North Dakota Secretary of State
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
ND SOS business search.
firststop.sos.nd.gov
Cemeteries & Burials
Official Free
North Dakota · Secretary of State · Login · Please provide valid search criteria to perform a search.
Property Records - Stark County, ND
Official Free
Recorder's Office Conducted Searches · If you are looking for copies of previously recorded documents, please send your request to kkasian@starkcountynd.gov
Community Hub
Official Free
Discover, analyze and download data from Community Hub. Download in CSV, KML, Zip, GeoJSON, GeoTIFF or PNG. Find API links for GeoServices, WMS, and WFS. Analyze with charts and thematic maps. Take the next step and create StoryMaps and Web Maps.
Vital Records: Birth, Death, Marriage, and Divorce - State Archives - State Historical Society of North Dakota
Official Free
Vital Records data is provided in cooperation with the North Dakota Department of Health, Division of Vital Records (NDDoH). All Vital Records data is maintained by the NDDoH. Any questions about the data should be directed to the NDDoH.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Stark County?
Stark County court cases are searchable through the Stark County portal: https://www.ndcourts.gov/court/counties/Stark.htm. North Dakota also operates a state-level case lookup through the ND Courts Public Search system. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in North Dakota if I wasn't convicted?
In North Dakota, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. North Dakota's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the North Dakota BCI.
Can my employer see a sealed record in North Dakota?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed North Dakota record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Are North Dakota criminal records public?
Mostly yes. North Dakota's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.